How many syllables in “withing”?
syllables in "withing"
Word details
Syllables
2
wit · hing
Letters
7
w · i · t · h · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “withing”
The word “withing” contains 2 syllables, divided as wit · hing. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "withing" have?
"withing" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "withing" into syllables?
"withing" is divided into syllables as: wit · hing.
What is the Scrabble score for "withing"?
The Scrabble score for "withing" is 14 points.
Using “withing” in writing
Two-syllable words like "withing" (wit · hing) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “withing” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “withing”
The letters in “withing” can be rearranged to spell one other word: whiting.